Garland, TX - CE labs announced today that they will debut their simplistic Plug and Play Digital Signage at CEDIA 2010. Plug and Play Digital Signage will include the MP500, a digital signage media player that is compact and durable and capable of true high definition 1080p playback. QuickSign Pro, a simple and flexible software tool made to manage content to multiple media players will also be included. Eric McCready, Vice President of Sales, will host live demonstrations throughout CEDIA and will be available to answer any digital signage questions you may have. The goal of CE labs Plug and Play Digital Signage is to make it accessible for small to mid-size companies without the substantial cost of other digital signage providers. This will in turn make the Plug and Play Digital Signage easy for the reseller to offer to their customers. CEDIA is scheduled for September 22-26, 2010 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA.

If you plan on attending CEDIA stop by and visit with us at the CE labs booth (#1536).

About CE labs®/Cable Electronics

CE labs®/Cable Electronics, Inc. revolutionized composite and component audio/video distribution in the 1990s and has established itself as an industry leader in HDMI™ audio/video distribution. Today, CE labs continues to lead the industry in innovation with its high quality HDMI™ matrix switchers, amplifiers and Cat5 distribution. CE labs is also spearheading the digital signage revolution with its high definition digital media players, content management software and electronic merchandising systems.

Industry leaders discuss new market possibilities on the Expo floor

Fairfax, Virginia — Experience the latest digital signage innovations first-hand at the DSA Digital Signage Zone during the 2010 SGIA Expo (Las Vegas, October 13–15). Hosted by the Digital Screenmedia Association (DSA), this all-new Expert Advice Zone features exclusive presentations by industry-leading professionals each day of the Expo.

“Digital signage presents new communications and revenue opportunities to any organization involved in brand building services,” said Lyle Bunn, presentation moderator and leading consultant in the digital signage industry. “Some of the best and brightest in the digital signage industry will be on hand at SGIA.”

Presentations have been scheduled over the course of three days (subject to change):

October 13

• An Introduction to Digital Signage — Steve Gurley, Symon
  
• Getting Started: Hardware, Software, Content, Networks and Installation — Brian Ardinger, Nanonation
  
• Connecting Digital Printing with Digital Signage — Charles J. Kelly, Jr., Clarke    Systems
  
• Choosing the Right Digital Signage Solution — Steve Acquista, Black Box
  
• Is Digital Signage Green and What are the Current Trends? — David Little, Keywest Technology

October 14

• Importance of Content and Advertising Message — Tara Schlim, Daktronics
  
• How to Determine ROI on Your Digital Assets — Jeff Boehm, 3M
    
• What are My Resources: Is There a Turnkey Solution? — Greg Weaver, Microspace
  
• Introduction to Digital Signage — Jeff Porter, Scala

October 15

• Applications for Digital Signage (a tour de force of examples — visual case studies) — Jeff Porter, Scala
  
• Return on Investment: How do I Make Money with Digital Signage? What are My Costs and Potential Returns? — Brian Ardinger, Nanonation

In addition to the DSA Digital Signage Zone, SGIA will offer four additional sales-free Expert Advice Zones at the Expo, tailored to each of the diverse specialty imaging communities. For more information and to register for a free Expo pass, visit SGIA.org, Keyword: ExpoZones.

Digital Screenmedia Association

The purpose of the Digital Screenmedia Association is to advance the growth and excellence of the global digital signage, interactive kiosk and mobile community through advocacy, education and networking.

SGIA — Supporting the Leaders of the Digital & Screen Printing Community

“Specialty imaging” comprises digital imaging, screen printing and the many other imaging technologies SGIA members use, including those they’ll tap in the future. These are the imaging processes and technologies employed to create new products and to enhance existing products including point-of-purchase displays, signs, advertisements, garments, containers and vehicles. Make the most of your specialty imaging business.

Paradigm Strategic Marketing will conduct sales and support for all Exhibio products in the state of Florida. This will allow Exhibio a complete marketing presence through Commercial System Integrators, Resellers and Dealers looking to penetrate this expanding business vertical.

Orlando, FL, --(PR.com)-- Exhibio, the manufacturer of comprehensive digital signage products, announced today that it has signed a representative agreement with Paradigm Strategic Marketing, LLC.

Paradigm Strategic Marketing will conduct sales and support for all Exhibio products in the state of Florida. This will allow Exhibio a complete marketing presence through Commercial System Integrators, Resellers and Dealers looking to penetrate this expanding business vertical.

"In addition to representing Exhibio, Paradigm will also offer packaged content management and scheduling support services. Our objective is to create a complete solution that further reaffirms the brand’s perception of simplicity and removes one of the greatest sales objections in Digital Signage – hiring additional headcount to support it,” said John M. Lee, Vice President, Channel Sales for Paradigm Strategic Marketing.

Exhibio is a company dedicated to developing one of the industry’s easiest digital signage systems to install and operate. As technology advances, and the needs of customers change, Exhibio digital signage maintains its focus on high-value software features and upgrades driven by customer feedback. Exhibio believes in a strong and open relationship with its clients and partners making their easy to use digital signage platform one of the best in the industry.

“Exhibio is pleased to welcome Paradigm Strategic Marketing as part of our US representative network. Paradigm Strategic Marketing's knowledge and professionalism will strengthen our existing relationships and drive our brand visibility in the Florida region. This partnership gives Exhibio a local marketing presence and point of sales communication with our channel partners and customers. The feedback from the field that Paradigm Strategic Marketing collects will help our development staff create new features and upgrades as well as add an additional layer of product support," said John Bryan, Business Development Manager for Exhibio, LLC.

About Paradigm Strategic Marketing, LLC

Paradigm Strategic Marketing, LLC is an independent manufacturer's representative covering Florida, and the Southeastern United States, including NC, SC, GA, TN, AL, MS for the commercial and residential AV markets. Paradigm Strategic Marketing provides sales, marketing and technical support for manufacturers seeking these services close to market in the region. For more information, visit www.psmreps.com .

About Exhibio, LLC

Established in 1995 in Williamsville, New York, Exhibio is a global industry pioneer in developing digital signage and content management systems that are web-accessible, reliable and incredibly easy to use. They offer connected signage solutions used in education, retail, government, transportation, hospitality, and several other industries, canvassing almost unlimited possibilities for creative content usage and across networks. Exhibio’s exclusive intuitive visual interface enables users to easily create customized mixed-media displays on plasma, LCD or other screens. The company's patent-pending digital display systems can be updated, monitored and managed remotely from anywhere online. Exhibio, a Digital Screenmedia Association member, has hundreds of installations in universities, corporate offices, transportation facilities, hotels, and hospitals, throughout North and South America.

Chief’s new Certified Partner Program helps dealer and installer customers stand out from the competition.

Minneapolis, MN. USA - www.chiefmfg.com - Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in AV mounting solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the industry’s first certification program for mount solutions.

The Certified Partner Program offers interactive product and installation training to improve customers’ business results, differentiate their business and improve overall mount product knowledge. Customers completing the course will receive exclusive benefits from Chief as well as earn InfoComm CTS RUs and CEDIA CEUs.

With over 3500 development hours invested, the program features over 13 hours of content and 46 videos featuring Chief products and installation solutions divided into two tracks—one for those who install or deal with technical aspects, and one for dealers or sales people focusing on configuring solutions or selling product. Each track is focused on their specific needs and walks them through scenarios in common applications, such as home theaters, classrooms, hotel lobbies, corporate offices, etc.

Participants in the program should expect to complete an entire track in approximately three-to-six hours. Many modules take 30 minutes or less to complete so users can come back as often as they need to until the entire track is completed.

“Putting together the Certified Partner Program with our customers has been extremely beneficial,” said Laurie Englert, Chief Marketing Director. “They not only helped to define the framework of the program, but their input has helped us customize each and every module to ensure we are zeroing in on what they need to know to make their installs faster, their specifying easier and overall improve their business results.”

To register for the program, visit www.certification.chiefmfg.com. Registrants must be Chief customers enroll. To become a Chief Dealer or Distributor, visit www.chiefmfg.com/dealer. Others who are interested in taking the courses may contact Chief for login information.

About Chief

Chief Manufacturing, is a division of Milestone AV Technologies, a Duchossois Group Company, and has more than 30 years of proven product and service excellence. Committed to responding to industry needs in the Pro AV, Residential and Office markets, Chief offers a complete line of mounts, lifts, racks and accessories for TVs, displays, projectors and other AV components.

Chief continues to design innovative mounting and rack solutions and helpful tools, like Chief’s exclusive MountBuilder that complement the technology they support. With numerous product awards and patented designs, Chief provides unique mount features, and is recognized for delivering quality products and knowledgeable, helpful customer service. You can follow @chiefmfg on Twitter or become a fan of Chief on Facebook for the most up-to-date information.

U.S. and Europe sales offices support a global network spanning the Americas, Europe, the Pacific Rim and beyond. Chief distribution centers are located in Minnesota, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. www.chiefmfg.com

GiftWise to help CBL make gift card purchases fast and easy

Middletown, RI -- Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that CBL & Associates Properties, Inc., owner and manager of 85 regional malls and open-air centers across the United States, will launch a GiftWise pilot at Hamilton Place Mall in Chattanooga, TN and Arbor Place Mall in Atlanta, GA, prior to the 2010 holiday season.  The GiftWise gift card vending solution gives shopping centers a low cost way to present their gift card programs to shoppers.

Barb J. Faucette, Vice President - Corporate Mall Marketing for CBL says, “We are excited to participate in the self-service revolution we see emerging throughout the shopping experience.  GiftWise enables us to offer our shoppers a convenient way to buy our gift cards every hour our centers are open.”

CBL will also use the GiftWise kiosks to collect consumer opt-in information and dispense a retailer coupon to participating shoppers.

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, “Self service technology is permeating virtual every aspect of the customer experience, we are thrilled that a company the caliber of CBL has decided to introduce their customers to unattended gift card sales with GiftWise.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 gift card sales in every type of shopping center environment.  To learn more about GiftWise visit http://www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise

About CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.

CBL is one of the largest and most active owners and developers of malls and shopping centers in the United States. CBL owns, holds interests in or manages 161 properties, including 85 regional malls/open-air centers. The properties are located in 27 states and total 85.4 million square feet including 2.3 million square feet of non-owned shopping centers managed for third parties. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL has regional offices in Boston (Waltham), MA, Dallas (Irving), TX, and St. Louis, MO. Additional information can be found at cblproperties.com.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule, Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

GiftWise to help Westfield provide shopper convenience while improving gift card sales

Middletown, RI -- Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that Westfield Group, the world's largest listed retail property group by equity market capitalization, will launch a GiftWise pilot across multiple properties prior to the 2010 holiday season.  The GiftWise gift card vending solution gives shopping centers a low cost way to present their gift card programs to shoppers.

Jeff Adams, Director National Customer Service for Westfield says, “GiftWise allows us to move gift card sales out of mall management offices, making it convenient and fast for our shoppers to make a purchase.  We anticipate that placing kiosks where the vast majority of customer traffic occurs will grow sales.”

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, says, “Westfield is known for listening to their shoppers and creating an exemplary customer experience.  It is an honor to have Westfield include GiftWise in their plans.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks can also be used to dispense coupons, collect consumer opt-in information and deliver digital advertising.

To learn more about GiftWise visit http://www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.